Fitter / Welder – Steel Fabrication | 1st Shift

Stand-By Personnel, Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Stand-By Personnel, Inc. seeks an experienced Fitter/Welder for a steel fabrication role in Tulsa, OK. The job involves fitting, assembling and welding components to spec, with a Weld & Fit-Up Test required for placement. Expect a first shift schedule Monday–Thursday with two daily shift options.

The candidate should read blueprints, measure precisely, and maintain quality and safety standards in a dynamic fabrication environment. Competitive hourly pay is provided.

Qualifications

• Hands-on welding and fitting experience required.
• Ability to pass Weld and Fit-Up Test.
• Experience fitting and assembling steel components.
• Ability to read a tape measure and use fabrication tools.
• Familiarity with welding equipment and basic fabrication procedures.
• Strong measurement and layout skills.
• Ability to inspect welds and assemblies for quality.
• Blueprint-reading experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and detail orientation.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Dependable attendance and safety commitment.

Responsibilities

• Fit, align, and assemble steel components according to established fabrication requirements.
• Perform welding operations on metal assemblies while maintaining consistent weld quality.
• Measure, mark, and position materials in preparation for welding and fabrication.
• Prepare welding joints and perform fit-up operations to ensure proper alignment.
• Use welding equipment, grinders, hand tools, and other fabrication equipment safely.
• Inspect completed welds and assemblies for visible defects, alignment concerns, and dimensional accuracy.
• Read and follow applicable fabrication instructions and production specifications.
• Work closely with other fabrication personnel to maintain efficient production workflow.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas while following all company safety procedures.
• Perform additional welding and fitting responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Welding experience

Fitting experience

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Quality inspection

Safety focus

Independent worker

Team player

Tools

Tape measure

Fabrication grinders

Welding equipment

Job description

Fitter / Welder – Steel Fabrication | 1st Shift Pay:$26.00 per hour Location: Tulsa, OK Shift: Monday–Thursday | 4:00 AM – 2:00 PM or 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Weld Test: Weld & Fit-Up Test Required Job Order #: 155637

Position Overview

Stand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Fitter / Welder for a steel fabrication opportunity in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This position involves fitting, assembling, and welding metal components according to fabrication specifications and production requirements. Candidates must have previous hands‑on welding and structural fitting experience and be capable of accurately measuring, positioning, and assembling steel components before welding. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to independently complete fabrication tasks while maintaining quality and safety standards. All candidates must successfully pass a Weld and Fit-Up Test to demonstrate their welding abilities and fabrication skills. This position offers$26.00 per hour with a consistent Monday–Thursday first-shift schedule and three-day weekends.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Previous hands‑on welding and fitting experience required
• Ability to successfully complete a Weld and Fit-Up Test
• Experience fitting, aligning, and assembling steel components
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and use fabrication tools
• Familiarity with welding equipment and basic fabrication procedures
• Strong measurement, layout, and material preparation skills
• Ability to inspect completed welds and fitted assemblies for quality
• Blueprint-reading experience preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a fabrication team
• Dependable attendance and commitment to workplace safety

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Fit, align, and assemble steel components according to established fabrication requirements.
• Perform welding operations on metal assemblies while maintaining consistent weld quality.
• Measure, mark, and position materials in preparation for welding and fabrication.
• Prepare welding joints and perform fit-up operations to ensure proper alignment.
• Use welding equipment, grinders, hand tools, and other fabrication equipment safely.
• Inspect completed welds and assemblies for visible defects, alignment concerns, and dimensional accuracy.
• Read and follow applicable fabrication instructions and production specifications.
• Work closely with other fabrication personnel to maintain efficient production workflow.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas while following all company safety procedures.
• Perform additional welding and fitting responsibilities as assigned.

Welding & Structural Fit-Up

Candidates must be comfortable performing both welding and fitting responsibilities in an industrial fabrication environment. This includes measuring materials, preparing components, completing fit-up, and welding assemblies according to specifications. Strong attention to alignment, measurement accuracy, and quality workmanship is essential.

Required Weld & Fit-Up Test

Candidates must successfully complete a Weld and Fit-Up Test before placement. The assessment will evaluate practical welding ability, measurement accuracy, component alignment, and general fabrication skills. Specific welding processes and test requirements will be provided during the hiring process.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This is a physically demanding position in an industrial steel fabrication environment. Candidates must be comfortable standing and walking for extended periods, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, and positioning metal materials as required. Work involves regular exposure to welding equipment, grinders, steel components, and active fabrication machinery. All required personal protective equipment and company safety procedures must be followed.

Schedule Requirements

• 1st Shift – Monday–Thursday
• Option 1: 4:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Option 2: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Candidates must be available for their assigned shift and maintain dependable attendance.